Tsarist Military Reforms

Tsarist military reforms, initiated mainly in the 19th century under leaders like Tsar Alexander II, aimed to modernize and improve Russia's armed forces. These reforms introduced universal conscription, replacing the centuries-old system of noble privilege, thereby drafting more citizens into the military. They also revamped training, organization, and logistics, adopting Western techniques and technology to make the army more efficient and effective. Overall, these changes sought to strengthen Russia's military capabilities to better defend its interests and compete with other European powers.